And moreover I saw under the sun the place of judgment, that wickedness was there; and the place of righteousness, that iniquity was there.
I also noticed something else in this world: in the courts where justice should be served, I found corruption instead. Even in places where righteousness should rule, I saw wrongdoing there too.
The writer is observing that corruption exists even in the very places where justice and righteousness should prevail most.
📚 Historical Context
Ecclesiastes is a book in the Old Testament, traditionally attributed to King Solomon, where the author reflects on the meaninglessness of life and the injustices observed in a world under the sun. In this verse, the writer notes that even in places designed for judgment and righteousness, such as courts or governing bodies, corruption and evil are rampant, highlighting the pervasive effects of human sinfulness. This fits into the broader wisdom literature of the Bible, which grapples with the reality of a fallen world despite God's created order.
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